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- Page 1 OPERATING MANUAL | STE-M, ST & SP TIRE SIPERS 800.223.4540 3451 S. 40th St., Phoenix, AZ | www.buytsi.com Fax: 602.437.5025 | Email: sales@buytsi.com June 19, 2019 Made in the USA at our plant in Monticello, MN...
- Page 2 TIRE SIPING MACHINE DECALS - MEANINGS USE PROPER LOCK OUT, READ INSTRUCTION WEAR PROTECTIVE WEAR DUST MASK TAG OUT PROCEDURES MANUAL GLOVES DO NOT STAND HAND CRUSH/ HAND ENTANGLEMENT FLYING DEBRIS/ PINCH POINT LOUD NOISES SPRAY MIST TIRE SHAFT ROTATION GROUND ELECTRICAL CE MARK...
- Page 3 The STE-M will withstand storage and transportation temperatures within the range of -25C to 55C (-13F to + 131 F) and up to 70C (158F), for short period not exceeding 24 hours. The STE-M will operate at altitudes up to 1000 m.
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Page 4: Table Of Contents
TIRE SIPING MACHINE TABLE OF CONTENTS SHIPPING & RECEIVING Unpacking Package Contents SET UP Basic Requirements ORIENTATION Equipment Call Outs Components OPERATION Mounting and Dismounting Siping 10-14 MAINTENANCE Main Unit 15-16 Expandable Hub 17-24 SIPER OPTIONS Wheel Lift 6030 Quick Lock Wheel Adapter Automatic Cycle Feed ----Troubleshooting 27-29... -
Page 5: Shipping & Receiving Unpacking
To unpack, pull the pin and swing the expandable hub assembly out of the way (STE-M-only) SET UP & SAFETY For overseas units, the siper will be crated. Cut the bands. Remove the sidewalls and top of the crate. -
Page 6: Package Contents
After you've completed unpacking your Siper please take a moment to review the package contents. The following items are shipped with your Siper: Expandable Hub Assembly (STE-M) Crank Silicone Expandable Rim Lubrication (STE-M, Optional) -
Page 7: Set Up
TIRE SIPING MACHINE SET UP - BASIC REQUIREMENTS SECTION TWO POWER CORD You will need an air supply that can supply 90 PSI of air Extend the power cord out and access to an electrical power source with at least a 30 the back of the cabinet to AMP rating. -
Page 8: Orientation
TIRE SIPING MACHINE ORIENTATION - CALL OUTS SECTION THREE Drive Shaft Arbor Lead Screw Spray Mist Unit Blade Plastic Nuts Blade Guide Acme-Threaded Rod Guide Bar Blade Guard Locking Collars Expandable Hood Guide Bar Front View Clear Hose Lines Drive Shaft Couplers Motor Retaining Hood... -
Page 9: Components
TIRE SIPING MACHINE TOOL BOX ORIENTATION - COMPONENTS Introduction SECTION THREE The tool box that comes with your Siper contains a variety of tools that you'll use through out the daily operation and maintenance of your new Siper. ALLEN WRENCHES There is an Allen wrench to BLADE GUIDES fit every set screw on the... - Page 10 The ST is also designed for mounted tires only but has a wider arrange of tire sizes from 12” to 24.5”. STE-M The STE-M is designed to sipe both non-mounted and wheel-mounted tires with sizes ranging from passenger Pull the retaining pin to swing the expandable car/light truck to heavy truck tires.
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Page 11: Mounting And Dismounting
120 PSI. Normal operations are contract. 90 PSI. EXPANDABLE HUB (STE-M ONLY) Always keep hands clear of the DISMOUNTING expanding hub while releasing the air pressure to avoid a possible pinch point. - Page 12 Using two hands and proper lifting techniques, remove the tire. Install spacer and MOUNTED TIRES (ST, STE-M) – MOUNTING mandrel shaft. Handle on the nut must face WHEEL PREPARATION inward. To sipe mounted tires,...
- Page 13 TIRE SIPING MACHINE ORIENTATION - MOUNTING & DISMOUNTING SECTION FOUR MOUNTED TIRES (ST, STE-M) – DISMOUNTING Dismount the tire in the reverse order you mounted it MOUNTED TIRE (SP)-MOUNTING Insert the mid-sized spacer on the mandrel shaft, followed by the longest spacer.
- Page 14 TIRE SIPING MACHINE ORIENTATION - SIPING SECTION FIVE INTRODUCTION The blade can be Although you'll find siping to be relatively easy it's important sharpened until there that we go through some pre-siping checkpoints. is 1/2" space between the leading and trailing edge of Ensure hood is locked BEFORE the blade.
- Page 15 TIRE SIPING MACHINE ORIENTATION - SIPING SECTION FIVE Remove the blade. Hold the coupler on the drive shaft. Turn the spanner wrench. Remove the bottom of half of the blade guide. Remove the lead screw and washer. Clean parts and reverse procedure to install.
- Page 16 TIRE SIPING MACHINE ORIENTATION - SIPING SECTION FIVE Only tighten the lead screw by PRELIMINARY hand when assembling. Use your left hand for the handle and on switch. OPERATION AND SETTINGS OF THE SPRAY MIST COOLING UNIT. The Spray Mist Cooling Unit is designed to cool the blade during siping and provide additional lubrication for the...
- Page 17 TIRE SIPING MACHINE ORIENTATION - SIPING SECTION FIVE Squeeze the handle and lower into the tire at the reference point (chalk line). Set the Siper to the left At this time engage the edge of the tire. spray mist unit. Start the spray mist unit at the same time you engage the blade.
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Page 18: Siping
TIRE SIPING MACHINE ORIENTATION - SIPING SECTION FIVE INSPECTION The sipes should be plainly visible on close inspection of the Start the Siper with tread. the hood in the upright position and slowly lower into the tire. It will fall into the existing sipe. -
Page 19: Maintenance
Using a silicon spray Unplug unit before maintenance spray the guide bars. NOTE: DO NOT use an The STE-M requires regular maintenance to ensure dependable oil which attracts dust performance. Daily, weekly and monthly maintenance should be and dirt completed as recommend in the manual. - Page 20 4. Angle of lead screw set improperly the expandable hub once 5. Rocks and or debris not removed from tire a day to ensure they 6. Lead screw worn out remain locked. 7. Drive shaft bearing is worn out (STE-M Only)
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Page 21: Expandable Hub
TIRE SIPING MACHINE MAINTENANCE - EXPANDABLE HUB SECTION SEVEN REMOVE THE The frequency in which these procedures are needed may EXPANDABLE RIM depend on humidity and or moisture levels in your compressed [2 of 2] air supply. Continue by unlocking Please refer to the expandable hub maintenance and the tabs and pulling troubleshooting guide for further instructions on signs of wear... - Page 22 TIRE SIPING MACHINE Only use a Marine grade grease MAINTENANCE - EXPANDABLE HUB such as TSI #10787 SECTION SEVEN Using a marine grade grease apply a film of REMOVE THE PADDLES grease to each slot of the [3 of 4] hub.
- Page 23 TIRE SIPING MACHINE MAINTENANCE - EXPANDABLE HUB SECTION SEVEN INSTALL THE PADDLES [6 of 7] Reattach the spring INSTALL THE PADDLES ends when they meet. [3 of 7] Begin inserting the paddles into the hub. Align the paddles so that the slanted (greased) side rest inside the hub.
- Page 24 TIRE SIPING MACHINE MAINTENANCE - EXPANDABLE HUB Physically and visibly check to SECTION SEVEN ensure the locking pins are secure before deflating the rim. INSTALL THE EXPANDABLE RIM Also check the tightness [1 of 2] of the axle set screws Reinstall the rim onto the located on the expand- hub making sure that the...
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Page 25: Maintenance
TIRE SIPING MACHINE MAINTENANCE - EXPANDABLE HUB SECTION SEVEN Using a cleaning solvent wash and wipe out any grease, oil or buildup that maybe on the inside of its cylinder. Using a 3M Scotch Pad to gently rub the inner Pull the hubs cover away walls of the hub chamber from the hub about 6 - 8... - Page 26 TIRE SIPING MACHINE MAINTENANCE - EXPANDABLE HUB SECTION SEVEN Insert the cone back into the hub chamber (tapered end facing you). Picking the cone up by inserting a finger Inspect the rubber seal (being careful not to injure itself feeling for cracks and yourself) into the top of the defects.
- Page 27 TIRE SIPING MACHINE MAINTENANCE - EXPANDABLE HUB SECTION SEVEN Insert the shaft and hub cover assembly into the tapered opening of the cone using extra caution as to not bend the shaft. The use of a flat head screw driver may help to slowly compress the seal.
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Page 28: Wheel Lift
TIRE SIPING MACHINE MAINTENANCE - EXPANDABLE HUB SECTION SEVEN For proper function of air flow through the expandable Grease the inlet hub as located by the two red Hub system allow a slight gap. See yellow arrow. arrows. Upon making adjustments or maintaining your machine Under normal usage add one pump of grease to each this gap must not exceed 1/16 inch. -
Page 29: 6030 Quick Lock Wheel Adapter
TIRE SIPING MACHINE OPTIONS - 6030 QUICK LOCK WHEEL ADAPTER USE ON ST & STE-M MODELS... -
Page 30: Automatic Cycle Feed
TIRE SIPING MACHINE OPTIONS - STE-M AUTOMATIC CYCLE FEED OPERATION - #6005 FIG. 1 STEP 1. Turn switch to the left to reverse motor into position on the tire to be siped. See (Fig. 1) FIG. 2 Approximate blade guide positioning shown on tire. -
Page 31: Troubleshooting
NOTE: Prior to shipping, the electronic components in each control box are factory set, tested and approved for optimum performance. If, upon installing a Siper STE-M with an Automatic Cycle Feed (ACF) feature and it fails to work, please review this guideline. - Page 32 TIRE SIPING MACHINE OPTIONS - STE-M AUTOMATIC CYCLE FEED AUTOFEED CONTROL BOX BASICS - TROUBLESHOOTING FIG. 3 Reconnect power to the unit and turn “ON.” Look for a green light indicating the power is ON. See green arrow. (Fig. 3) If the green light is not on recheck the breakers.
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Page 33: Sipe Angle
TIRE SIPING MACHINE OPTIONS - STE-M AUTOMATIC CYCLE FEED FIG. 1 MOTOR GUIDE ADJUSTMENT: Occasionally due to machine use and movement the cross feed guide bars may become misaligned causing the right angle motor (Fig l. A) to pull hard and blow a fuse. Unplug the unit. -
Page 34: Appendix
APPENDIX REPAIR PARTS ITEM NO. DESCRIPTION Siper Blades 18.071 250/1000 Blade Guide Set Stamped "A" 24.929 300/1000 Blade Guide Set Stamped "AA" 25.929 350/1000 Blade Guide Set Stamped "D" 26.929 400/1000 Blade Guide Set Stamped "E" 27.929 28.816 Siper File Spanner Wrench 6.887 5/32 Lead Screw... -
Page 35: Warranty
Warranty Statement & Return Policy Warranty & Workmanship you can depend on. With over 30 years of manufacturing experience we maintain the ability to provide competitive prices while employing and manufacturing the majority of our products in the USA. Pride in our workmanship and standing behind each and every product is not just our claim but our uncompromising responsibility. - Page 36 Safety Data Sheet Lube-Tech Silicone Siping Lubricant Revision Date: 5/19/15 Prepared according to Global Harmonized System (GHS) standards CHEMICAL PRODUCT IDENTIFICATION SECTION 1 Lubrication Technologies, Inc. 900 Mendelssohn Avenue North Golden Valley, MN 55427-4309 Tel: 763-545-0707 Product Trade Name: Lube-Tech Silicone Siping Lubricant CAS Number: Mixture Silicone emulsion...
- Page 37 Safety Data Sheet Lube-Tech Silicone Siping Lubricant Revision Date: 5/19/15 SECTION 3 COMPOSITION OF INGREDIENTS Component CAS Number Percentage (by weight) Octylphenoxypolyethoxyethanol 9036-19-5 1.0-3.0% Polyalkleneoxide Modified Heptamethyltrisiloxane 67674-67-3 0.1-1.0% 1,3-Bis(hydroxymethyl)-5,5-dimethylimidazolidine-2,4-dione 6440-58-0 0.1-1.0% The balance of components do not contribute to the overall classification of the fluid, according to the GHS Standard. FIRST AID MEASURES SECTION 4 Avoid direct contact.
- Page 38 Safety Data Sheet Lube-Tech Silicone Siping Lubricant Revision Date: 5/19/15 ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES SECTION 6 Immediately turn off or isolate any source of ignition (pilot lights, electrical equipment, Spill control procedures (land): flames, heaters, etc.). Evacuate area and ventilate. Personnel wearing proper protective equipment should contain spill immediately with inert materials (sand, earth, chemical spill pads of cotton) by forming dikes.
- Page 39 Safety Data Sheet Lube-Tech Silicone Siping Lubricant Revision Date: 5/19/15 Eye protection: Eye protection is strongly recommended. Wear safety glasses with side shields or vented/splash proof goggles (ANSI Z87.1 or approved equivalent). Impervious, chemically resistant gloves such as neoprene or nitrile rubber to avoid skin Hand protection: sensitization and absorption.
- Page 40 Safety Data Sheet Lube-Tech Silicone Siping Lubricant Revision Date: 5/19/15 Decomposition products: Smoke, carbon monoxide, carbon dioxide, and other aldehydes of incomplete combustion. Oxides of carbon, nitrogen, and sulfur; reactive hydrocarbons and irritating vapors. Not applicable. Other: SECTION 11 TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION Acute toxicity (LD50) *See note at the bottom of the section 300 - 2000 mg/kg Oral:...
- Page 41 Safety Data Sheet Lube-Tech Silicone Siping Lubricant Revision Date: 5/19/15 SECTION 14 TRANSPORT INFORMATION Land Transport (DOT): Not Regulated Not Regulated Proper Shipping Name: Land Transport (TDG): Not determined. Not applicable. Proper Shipping Name: Not determined. Sea Transport (IMDG): Proper Shipping Name: Not applicable.
- Page 42 Safety Data Sheet Lube-Tech Silicone Siping Lubricant Revision Date: 5/19/15 SECTION 16 OTHER INFORMATION NFPA 704 NPCA-HMIS 0 = Minimal HEALTH: FIRE: 1 = Slight 2 = Moderate REACTIVITY: None 3 = Serious SPECIFIC HAZARD: PROTECTION INDEX: 4 = Severe Version: INFORMATION PROVIDED IN THIS SDS IS CONSIDERED ACCURATE AND RELIABLE BASED ON INFORMATION ISSUED FROM INTERNAL AND OUTSIDE SOURCES TO THE BEST OF THE AUTHORS' KNOWLEDGE.
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